Description
Indulge in the rich decadence of our Pistachio Chocolate Lava Cakes Recipe. These delightful individual cakes boast a luscious molten chocolate exterior that encases a creamy pistachio filling, offering a unique and irresistible flavor combination. Perfect for special occasions or an intimate night in, these lava cakes are sure to impress your guests with their gourmet appeal. With straightforward preparation steps and easily accessible ingredients, you can achieve bakery-quality results at home. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or treating yourself to something sweet, this recipe is your go-to for a luxurious dessert experience.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup pistachio paste (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 ounces dark chocolate (60–70%), chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Cocoa powder for dusting
- Chopped pistachios for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pistachio filling by melting white chocolate chips with heavy cream. Stir in pistachio paste and salt, then freeze in small molds until solid.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease six ramekins with butter, dusting them with cocoa powder.
- Melt butter and dark chocolate together until smooth. Whisk eggs, yolks, sugar, and salt until thick, then combine with melted chocolate mixture. Gently fold in flour.
- Spoon batter into ramekins, add frozen pistachio discs in the center, and top with additional batter.
- Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until edges are firm but centers jiggle slightly. Let cool briefly before inverting onto plates.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (120g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Use high-quality chocolate for richer flavor. Don’t skip the freezing step for the pistachio filling; it’s essential for achieving that gooey center. Experiment with different nut pastes for varied flavors.